The Philadelphia Eagles take on the New York Giants on Thursday, October 9, 2025, in Week 6 of the NFL at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This NFC East rivalry game sees the Eagles, led by coach Nick Sirianni, aiming to rebound after a 21-17 loss to the Denver Broncos. The Giants, under Brian Daboll, seek to improve their 1-4 record with a home win. Kickoff is set for 9:15 p.m. ET, with both teams vying for divisional dominance.
Fans can watch the game live on Amazon Prime Video, the exclusive broadcaster for Thursday Night Football. Streaming is also available via the NFL app or official league websites. Tickets for MetLife Stadium are available on platforms like Ticketmaster, starting at $150.
Historically, the Eagles have won 16 of the last 20 matchups against the Giants, including a 27-10 victory in December 2024.
Projected starting lineups
The Eagles are expected to field Jalen Hurts at quarterback, with Saquon Barkley as the lead running back and A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith as key receivers. Linebacker Zack Baun anchors the defense.
The Giants rely on Jaxson Dart at quarterback, with Cam Skattebo as the primary rusher and Dallas Goedert at tight end. Malik Nabers’ absence due to a knee injury impacts their offense.
These lineups are based on the most recent game reports from October 2025.
Recent team performance
The Eagles hold a 4-1 record this season:
- Week 1: Beat Washington Commanders 24-20.
- Week 2: Defeated Los Angeles Rams 28-24.
- Week 3: Won against Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-27.
- Week 4: Lost to Dallas Cowboys 20-24.
- Week 5: Fell to Denver Broncos 17-21.
The Giants struggle with a 1-4 record, their sole win against the Cleveland Browns.
Head-to-head history
Since 2015, the Eagles lead with 16 wins to the Giants’ 4. The teams have split two playoff meetings.
Overall, Philadelphia holds a 95-87 edge in 182 games since 1933.
Weather at game time
East Rutherford forecasts clear skies with moderate winds, temperatures ranging from 43°F to 63°F, and no rain expected, ensuring ideal playing conditions.
Game insights and notes
Betting odds favor the Eagles by 7.5 points, with a total points over/under of 40.5. Jalen Hurts has won six of nine career games against the Giants.
Notably, Saquon Barkley, now with the Eagles, faces his former team at MetLife, where he played for six seasons.
Key players to watch
Barkley averages 53 rushing yards per game for the Eagles, while Hurts has thrown for 889 yards without interceptions.
For the Giants, Skattebo averages 48 rushing yards, and Goedert has four touchdown catches. The Eagles’ defense, however, allows 140 rushing yards per game, a potential weakness.
